Main description:

Endorsed by OCR for use with the OCR A2 Home Economics (Food, Nutrition and Health) specification, this book is designed to support students in their study and exam preparation. Containing comprehensive information that students will use for the course, OCR Home Economics for A2 presents key areas of knowledge in an accessible, uncomplicated and concise fashion. Illustrated with photos and pictures throughout, it includes: a wealth of group and individual activities exam practice questions at the end of each unit exam preparation exam-style questions with worked answers and commentary a comprehensive glossary of all the key terms in the text.

Contents:

Introduction to nutrition Nutrients and energy Protein Fats Carbohydrates The micronutrients Minerals Energy Nutritional and dietary needs of different groups Properties of food Food commodities Performance characteristics of eggs and flour Behaviour changes in food Food additives Design, development and production of new products Developments in the food industry Investigative study Assessment advice